Bloodstone Chakra Associations

Description of Bloodstone

Bloodstone is a type of Chalcedony (a type of Quartz) and it is also referred to as heliotrope. It is typically dark green or greenish-blue with tiny red spots or flecks.

General Uses of Bloodstone

Bloodstone is often used as an ideal cleanser of the blood and has very strong, inherent healing properties. It can help to stimulate intuition and enhance creativity and expression. It has the properties both of grounding and of protection.

Physical Healing Properties of Bloodstone

Ideal for those who suffer from anemia, Bloodstone has been known to purify and fortify the blood. It is believed to help detoxify the liver, intestines, bladder, spleen and kidney. It is thought to help regulate, stimulate, and bolster blood flow and improve circulatory function.

Bloodstone has also been associated with a reduction in pus formation, neutralizing and eliminating bodily toxins, and in stimulating the lymphatic system, which results in reducing inflammation and helping to heal infections.

Emotional and Mental Healing Properties of Bloodstone

Bloodstone has often been reported to help promote a sense of both selflessness and idealism. It can be used as an aid for taking necessary action in the moment. Bloodstone can also calm and re-energize the mind, eliminate chaos and confusion, and promote decisiveness. It can help users quickly adjust to unfamiliar or uncomfortable situations or circumstances. Bloodstone also acts to reduce irritability, agitation, feelings of aggression, and impatience.

Metaphysical and Spiritual Properties of Bloodstone

It can be used as a tool to help to draw away or drain negative energies. It can promote and stimulate dreaming, and can act as a very powerful revitalizer. It can reinforce courage and fortitude, and can help guide a user to avoid situations that are potentially dangerous.